Docents are stationed at various locations in our parks to interact with guests so that the latter can enjoy meaningful and memorable wildlife experiences. Through sharing of interesting animal facts, stories and anecdotes, docents help to engage and inspire our guests to care for wildlife. 

Pre-requisites

1. 21 years old and above
2. Deep interest in nature and wildlife
3. Keen interest in engaging guests on wildlife conservation

Recruitment

1. Twice yearly, April and September
2. Interview and selection process
3. Registration fee: $150

Training

1. 8-week training programme, usually on weekends
2. The training is divided into two phases: 
   • Common phase - induction for trainee docents to understand the WRS vision, mission, core values, strategic thrusts and the unique offerings of its four parks.
   • Station-based training - at the end of the common phase training, trainee docents select the station of their choice and if successful, proceeds to understudy the existing docents at the selected station

Commitment

Monthly volunteer duty for at least a year after the training

Conservation ambassadors are youth volunteers who take on the role as guides at our parks. They promote conservation awareness while providing meaningful and memorable wildlife experiences for guests.

Pre-requisites

• Be between 15 - 21 years old  
• Deep interest in nature and wildlife   
• Keen interest in engaging guests on wildlife conservation

Recruitment

• 2 times a year for each park    
• Registration fee: $25 
  

Training

• 2 full-day training, usually on consecutive Saturdays or Sundays
• Evaluation on the second day of training

Commitment

• Monthly volunteer duty for at least 6 months after the training and evaluation